Whittington Green School, Old Whittington

Our final Weekly Whisper of the year is here!
It’s arrived a little later than usual so we could include one very special moment—Mrs. Burnside’s unforgettable arrival on her final day as Headteacher. After 13 wonderful years of leading our school, it seemed only right to capture such a fitting send-off.

This edition also celebrates our students’ fantastic achievements, curriculum enhancement activities, Duke of Edinburgh successes, Whittington Wins, and includes important summer diary dates and holiday information.

Wishing all of our families a safe, happy and restful summer. Enjoy reading:

https://www.wgs.derbyshire.sch.uk/docs/newsletters/Weekly_Whispers_17_07_26.pdf

This week’s Weekly Whispers is a little different as it shines a spotlight on just some of the fantastic things that have been happening during Curriculum Enhancement Week. From creative challenges to hands-on learning, it’s been wonderful to see so many students embracing new experiences beyond the usual timetable.
You’ll also find details of our upcoming charity staff football match between Whittington Green School and Outwood Newbold. Even with the soaring temperatures, it’s been another brilliant week at WGS. We hope you enjoy reading all about it.

https://www.wgs.derbyshire.sch.uk/docs/Newsletters/Weekly_Whispers_10_07_26.pdf

⚽️ Join us on the last day of term, Friday 17th July, for a fantastic afternoon of football as Whittington Green School takes on Outwood Newbold in a charity match, all in support of Ashgate Hospice.

The event will be held at Outwood Newbold, with gates opening at 3:30pm and kick-off at 4:00pm. The match is expected to finish at around 5:00pm.

There’ll be plenty to enjoy, including an ice cream van, music and stalls, making it a great way to celebrate the end of the school year while supporting a brilliant cause.

Student Information
Tickets cost £1 and must be purchased in advance from Mr Vickers or Mr Crossland before Thursday 16th July.
Only students who have bought a ticket in advance will be admitted.
Students attending should wear either their green summer polo shirt or their WGS PE shirt.
Students must make their own way to and from Outwood Newbold.

We hope to see lots of you there cheering on the teams and helping us raise money for Ashgate Hospice!

✨This week’s Weekly Whispers captures what has been a wonderfully busy and celebratory week in school. Inside, you’ll find highlights from Year 11’s sparkling prom send-off, our fantastic Achievements Evening, updates from the Student Council, sporting success in athletics and angling, and a special announcement from The Brilliant Club that you won’t want to miss. We’re also delighted to share news from our Year 6 transition days as we welcomed the newest members of our school community and their families. Alongside all of that, there are plenty more stories, successes and surprises from across the school waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re a long-standing member of our community or joining us in September, we hope you enjoy the read:

https://www.wgs.derbyshire.sch.uk/docs/newsletters/Weekly_Whispers_03_07_26.pdf

☀️After an exceptionally warm week, there’s still been plenty to celebrate across our school community. This week’s Weekly Whispers is full of wonderful examples of our students’ talents, creativity and achievements, alongside snapshots of the engaging lessons, exciting trip experiences and everyday moments that make our school such a special place:https://www.wgs.derbyshire.sch.uk/docs/newsletters/Weekly_Whispers_26_06_26.pdf

🌞 Hot weather alert: don’t forget your water bottle!

With temperatures set to climb this week, now’s the perfect time to make sure a water bottle is packed and ready for school each morning. Our water refill stations are always available around school, so students can keep topped up throughout the day.

No fancy bottle needed – a clean reusable drinks bottle will do the job perfectly. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy the sunshine! 💧😎

☀️Welcome to this week’s Weekly Whispers! Whether it’s aiming for national sporting glory, surviving a zombie apocalypse, getting published, perfecting revision techniques or creating delicious treats, our students have certainly been keeping busy. This edition is packed with achievements, creativity, and plenty of reasons to celebrate. Read all about it here:

https://www.wgs.derbyshire.sch.uk/docs/newsletters/Weekly_Whispers_19_06_26.pdf